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Cancer Screening and the Power of Early Detection
Cancer Screening and the Power of Early Detection In-Office Cancer Screening on February 19 Most people don’t think about cancer every day and that’s understandable. But when it comes to protecting your long-term health, early detection is one of the most important steps you can take . The reality is that many cancers can grow quietly at first, without obvious symptoms. By the time something feels off, the disease may be more advanced and harder to treat. That’s why preventiv

John Hayes Jr, MD
3 days ago


The Annual Wellness Visit Isn’t Enough
The Annual Wellness Visit Isn’t Enough Many people schedule an annual physical and feel like they’ve checked the box for the year. And don’t get me wrong an annual visit is helpful. But for most people, one visit a year isn’t enough to truly stay ahead of your health. It’s a snapshot not a strategy. That’s why, during Radiant Health Month , we focus on something bigger than a quick check-in: We help you build a real health plan so you’re not just reacting to problems later.

John Hayes Jr, MD
6 days ago


Energy Drinks and B6 Toxicity: An Overlooked Cause of Neuropathy in the U.S.
Energy Drinks and B6 Toxicity: An Overlooked Cause of Neuropathy in the U.S.

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 14


Stop Waiting for It to Get Worse
Stop Waiting for It to Get Worse If you’ve been telling yourself, “It’s not that bad yet,” this is your Radiant Health Month reminder: Neuropathy rarely stays “mild” forever. For many people, it starts as an occasional nuisance—tingling at night, a little numbness in the toes, a burning sensation after a long day, or feeling slightly unsteady on stairs. And because symptoms can come and go, it’s easy to downplay them. But here’s the problem: neuropathy can progress quietly.

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 12


Start the Year With Better Standards of Care
Start the Year With Better Standards of Care Start the Year With Better Standards of Care. January is a fresh start and it’s one of the best times of the year to get your health back on track. But here’s the truth: Most people don’t need more motivation. They need a simple plan. That’s why we’re treating January as Radiant Health Month , a time to help you build a health system you can actually follow, instead of relying on willpower or vague New Year’s resolutions. Why a he

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 12


Build Your Health Dashboard
Build Your Health Dashboard Build Your Health Dashboard. Most people start the new year with good intentions: eat better, move more, sleep more, lose weight, feel better. But here’s the reason so many January goals fade by February: They’re trying to improve without a baseline. It’s like trying to drive across the country without a map, a GPS, or even a working fuel gauge. You might make progress for a while, but eventually you’ll feel lost, frustrated, or unsure if what you’

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 9


Your Shoes Matter More Than You Think
Your Shoes Matter More Than You Think If you’re dealing with neuropathy, what’s on your feet can make a huge difference—often more than people realize. When sensation is reduced (numbness) or distorted (burning/tingling), the feet lose some of their natural “feedback system.” That feedback is what helps you balance, detect pressure points, and notice small injuries early. The wrong shoes can quietly amplify all of that—leading to more pain, more instability, and a higher ris

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 9


A Combination Approach To Treating The Flu
A Combination Approach To Treating The Flu A combination approach to treating the flu is crucial. As flu season picks up, it’s more important than ever to understand how to protect yourself and what options exist if you get sick. Early intervention and several treatment options and supportive strategies can make a HUGE difference in both symptom severity and recovery time. Xofluza and Similar Medications If you test positive for the flu within the first 48 hours of symptoms

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 7


Prediabetes and Neuropathy: Yes, It Can Start Before Diabetes
Prediabetes and Neuropathy: Yes, It Can Start Before Diabetes When most people hear the word neuropathy , they assume it only happens after “years of uncontrolled diabetes.” That’s a common belief—and it’s one of the reasons many people wait too long to get evaluated. But here’s what surprises a lot of patients: Neuropathy can start during prediabetes. Meaning: you can have nerve symptoms before you ever receive a diagnosis of diabetes. If you’ve been told you’re “borderline

John Hayes Jr, MD
Jan 5
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